A few days ago, the city of Atlanta was excited about its beloved Hawks ending the Miami Heat’s undefeated season. And by “the city of Atlanta” I mean “the 33 people in town that care about the Hawks and by “excited” I mean “remembered that the Hawks exist.” But all of those overwhelming lukewarm feelings were just a set up for more disappointment as the Hawks lost Thursday night’s triple overtime game to those very same Miami Heat by a final score of 116-109. Read the rest of this entry »

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The NBA season is finally set to get underway and TSS’s sports heads couldn’t be happier. We’re in for eight months worth of quality ball if this year’s soap opera of an off season is any indication. Miami is public enemy number one with the league’s latest big three in Chris Bosh, Dwyane Wade and Lebron James already eyeing the Larry O’Brien trophy. Meanwhile, L.A.’s still the defending champs looking for a three-peat and the East finally has more competition in tow Read the rest of this entry »

Kaylana Reese

Rap Promotions Sink To A New Low [Broken Cool]

Leaders 1354 ‘D-Wing’ Fitted [StreetLevel]

How To Destroy Your Facebook Group [Uproxx]

Naked Snowwoman Forced To Cover Up [Guyism]

‘Alice in Wonderland’ and the Most Bizarre MPAA Ratings [Inside Movies]

Young Jeezy & Gucci Mane Crews Clash [Rap Radar]

Backstage With Jay-Z In NYC [Coed] Read the rest of this entry »

Kalia Williams

Racist Is The New Gay [Listen To Leon]

Reps Confirm T.I. Is NOT Using His Own Twitter Account [WooHa]

Maybe “Take Your Kids To Work Day” Is Not A Great Idea For Air Traffic Controllers [The Awl]

St. Louis Rapper J-Kwon Missing [HHDX]

Your Logo Is Not Your Brand [Drawar]

Denimology: 5 Steps Towards Finding The Perfect Jeans [Uproxx]

Relaxer Leaves Woman Bald [Black Voices] Read the rest of this entry »

The NBA Season is still young and TSS is keeping the ball in play. We hit you off with the West, now it’s time to bicker about the Eastern Conference Standings. The East is has a top heavy talent pool but it’s full of compelling storylines that’ll keep you tuned in. The Celtics are back, healthy and ready for another run at the chip. Meanwhile LBJ is still climbing for the mountain top while Orlando knows what it takes to get there. But screw all that serious stuff. Gilbert Arenas is back ladies and gentlemen. Who knows what kind of off the wall antics he’s capable of pulling this year? Hold that thought and check out our picks. Read the rest of this entry »

Pics courtesy of osneakers

Jordan Brand blessed a few of their athletes with player exclusive Pure Pressure’s to commemorate Inauguration Day. On the left, the Hawks’ Mike Bibby’s & Joe Johnson’s on the right, both complete with midsoles interpretively done in stars & stripes. Initially released only @ House Of Hoops they’re now available online @ osneaker.com/. More pics after the break. Read the rest of this entry »